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Niton area flooded by recent rains
continued from front
M u l t i p l e x o n J u l y 8 t o sides [ATV's] across the water with
continued from front accommodate any residents that were an air asset dropping them on the
continued from front
continued from front kept from accessing their property other side so crews were able to go in
continued from front during the flooding due to road or deal with any medical issues or
continued from front bridge closures caused by the assistance. Transportation was
continued from front
continued from front flooding. “Fortunately no residents working diligently to keeps roads
continued from front
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE! continued from front needed to utilize the reception centre open. The creeks are still swollen so
D
continued from front
continued from front
continued from front
while it was open,” said Felsing.
there is the possibility with more rain
continued from front
continued from front At 3:30 pm on July 8, Yellowhead this could occur again.”
continued from front
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson County released a number of roads In an interview with The Weekly
which had been identified as Anchor on July 9, County Mayor
780-723-5787 “impassable due to floodwater Gerald Soroka stated, “About 25
780-723-5787
hazard”, including Twp Rd 532 west residents were affected that we know
of Range Rd 125, the Old Carrot of so far. We had access to a
Creek Hwy between Range Rd 140 helicopter if needed and there was
T PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE and Range Rd 141, Range Rd 135 never any fear of loss of life at any
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
North of Twp Rd 540, Niton North time. Affected roads are quite soft
Road south of Twp Rd 542, Niton and soggy so travelling with caution
North Road south of the railway is recommended. There is definitely
rainfall that caused creeks in the area to overflow.
crossing, Twp Rd 542 west of Niton going to be some damage to homes One of several properties in the Niton/Carrot Creek area flooded by the heavy
Professional Digital North Road, and Range Rd 135 south and property in the area, flooded the extent of the damage caused by the only major damage the Town of
Professional Digital
Edson has seen is some culvert
fields, and the potential for some well the flooding."
of Twp Rd 534.
Passport System
Passport System The following morning at 8:30 am, contamination.” As of July 10, Yellowhead County damage, specifically around 48
th
rd
photos ready
photos ready the County provided an update in Soroka added, “During this severe shut down its Emergency Operations Street and 3 Avenue,” said Town of BILL MITCHELL
which they strongly cautioned event we thank the County residents Centre and terminated the State of Edson Communications Coordinator
in minutes
in minutes against residents returning to their for being patient as we help them Local Emergency. Steve Bethge. “Once the water NORTH NEW TRUCK SALES
Following the impact of floodwater recedes a bit we'll have a better idea
homes in the affected area due to work through this situation. There
while you wait... floodwater hazards. Residents were will be options if they do have on local residences, water well on any further damages.”
while you wait...
instead encouraged to call for contamination or home flooded of contamination and sewage issues are
Edson residents are cautioned to
emergency responders to inspect programs available that could help possible. Residents who believe their steer clear of moving bodies of Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
their property in order to ensure their them.” potable water has been affected by the waters, such as creeks and streams, 24210 114 Avenue
safety. Yellowhead County transportation flood are urged to call 310-FARM to and to avoid shorelines as they may
An official release sent out on July and emergency services continued to reach a Water Specialist for more be weakened by the higher water Acheson, AB T7X 6B9
9 stated that the County had extended monitor the affected areas on July 9. information and assistance. flow. Website:
Due to the heavy rainfall
Residents who notice major
the boundaries of the State of Local “Flood waters began to recede on experienced in the area over the past flooding issues around town are www.wsnorth.com
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Localized Emergency further July 10, but the excess water few weeks, the Town of Edson has encouraged to contact the Public Toll Free 1-800-252-7500 Cell: 780-984-2224
T
eastbound, as it was anticipated that continues to move along its natural
also experienced some issues as a
Works department at 780-723-6461.
the floodwater would move east and courses and compounds as it collects
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5 might affect properties as far as into these areas,” said Felsing. result of flooding. “As of right now PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE Phone: 780-453,3452 Fax: 780-447-5317
“Residents in these areas are SEE PAGES 6 & 7 FOR EXTENDED COVERAGE
Range Road 110 near Chip Lake.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
During the Yellowhead County reminded to be cautious around any T
7
780-723-578780-723-5787 Council meeting on July 9, Director overland flooding.” THIS WEEK’S FEATURE 5
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson
of Protective Services Albert Bahri
The majority of the roads in the
said, “We called a local State of affected area were re-opened at this
780-723-578780-723-5787
Emergency yesterday [July 8] at time, with only the Carrot Creek Mint Homes Ltd. D 7
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
approximately 12:42 am in regard to Loop Road remaining closed with no
D overland flooding in the Niton and access.
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
Carrot Creek area. It started Sunday
“Yellowhead County has continued
with a rain event that continued all to receive reports of areas and
day and night. Streams swelled, a lot infrastructure impacted by the
of creeks were full and in several flood,” Felsing said. “Crews are
areas water was running over the working to repair damaged roads,
road. We shut those roads down; debris such as log jams in rivers at ASSIGNMENT WRITER
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE there were two: RR 135 on the north chokepoints and bridges. County Enjoy getting out and meeting
side and TWP532 where the roads staff continue to monitor the area to
were impassable and residents determine whether we have more people?
Professional Digital Passport System photos couldn't get in or out. We initiated an issues. From this point forward the The Weekly Anchor is looking for an
assignment Writer!
emergency response to check on County will continue to assess for
ready in minutes while you wait... people living there to see if they were damage and repair infrastructure as The Weekly Anchor has an opening for a
okay and understood what was going required. A full assessment is being person with good writing skills to write about
Professional Digital on. We were able to port our side-by- compiled by the County to determine local events
Passport System NEVAAR - Hey there Nevaar! With a name as quirky as he is, we know this little guy WITH EMPHASIS ON LOCAL
will find the loving forever home he deserves. Nevaar is 6 months old and is
SPORTS.
Pet of the Week
photos ready dreaming of a home with kids and other cats as he loves to play, snuggle and clown Pet of the Week Training provided. Great for added income.
around. If you are willing to open your heart and home to this little gift of a guy, head
Call for information 712-6788
Call for information 712-6788
Work from home and/or our office.
in minutes to EdsonAnimalRescue.com and fill out an application. www.http://www.edsonanimalrescue.com Grade 12 or Post Secondary Education
www.http://www.edsonanimalrescue.com
Email: edsonanimalrescue@hotmail.com
NACHO
Email: edsonanimalrescue@hotmail.com
required.
while you wait... Our biiig boy (110 lbs!) Nacho is a 3 year old Great Dane/ Pyrenees cross who is Hey there Nevaar! With a name as quirky as he is, we Left Unit 1392 sq.ft , right hand unit 1360 sq.ft c/w Resumes should be dropped off at 5040 3rd
good with dogs, chases cats and prefers the company of adult humans. Nacho has 352 sq ft. unfinished bonus room over the garage .
been working on leash training, is food motivated and would benefit from additional know this little guy will find the loving forever home he Avenue
relationship building and continued obedience training. He needs a fenced yard and deserves. Nevaar is 6 months old and is dreaming of a Vaulted ceilings thru the living /dining areas. (or sent to the Publisher by email at
a confident leader to provide him with the structure and routine he needs. Are you Open floor plan with country kitchen and main floor anchorwk@telusplanet.net)
willing to commit to helping Nacho become the bestest best buddy? Fill out an home with kids and other cats as he loves to play,
application form at EdsonAnimalRescue.com snuggle and clown around. If you are willing to open bedroom. Main floor laundry ,
MIRA your heart and home to this little gift of a guy, head to covered front and rear decks. For these plans
Miss Mira is a 1 year old Shepherd x Pitbull mix who makes friends everyone she EdsonAnimalRescue.com and fill out an application. Over sized single car garages.
meets, including those with four and two legs. Mira walks well on a leash, can sit, lay
and stay on command and is very food motivated. She has been fostered with kids Plans can be modified to suit lot .
and cats and lives for long walks with her favorite humans. Mira is an all-around gem We are desperate for foster homes-- a few poor souls have been stuck
who will fully shine with continued training and routine. Want to see her sparkle? Fill in the pound for weeks. If you've ever thought about trying fostering
out an adoption application from EdsonAnimalRescue.com! out- now is the time to step up! EARS provides everything you need. Member of National Home Warranty Program
Also let't not forget about our cute kitty Nevaar-- he's still looking for a place to call Head to our website and fill out a foster form to join the team!
his own. Phone: 780-723-2330
Sponsored by:
Wills ASSIGNMENT WRITER
Real Estate Fax: 780-723-5068
D 780-723-3245 Business Law Email: minthome@telusplanet.net Enjoy getting out and meeting people?
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
The Weekly Anchor is looking for an assignment Writer!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson The Weekly Anchor has an opening for a person with good
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
writing skills to write about local events
780-723-5787
780-723-5787 WITH EMPHASIS ON LOCAL SPORTS.
Training provided. Great for added income.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
T Work from home and/or our office.
Grade 12 or Post Secondary Education required.
Resumes should be dropped off at 5040 3rd Avenue
(or sent to the Publisher by email at
anchorwk@telusplanet.net)
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
Professional Digital Passport System photos Town expresses support for LAWIR Living and Working in Recovery project MONDAY JULY 4, 2016 PAGE 2
ready in minutes while you wait... PAGE 2 MONDAY JULY 15, 2019 THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
Niton area flooded by recent rains
continued from front
M u l t i p l e x o n J u l y 8 t o sides [ATV's] across the water with
continued from front accommodate any residents that were an air asset dropping them on the
continued from front
continued from front kept from accessing their property other side so crews were able to go in
continued from front during the flooding due to road or deal with any medical issues or
continued from front bridge closures caused by the assistance. Transportation was
continued from front
continued from front flooding. “Fortunately no residents working diligently to keeps roads
continued from front
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE! continued from front needed to utilize the reception centre open. The creeks are still swollen so
D
continued from front
continued from front
continued from front
while it was open,” said Felsing.
there is the possibility with more rain
continued from front
continued from front At 3:30 pm on July 8, Yellowhead this could occur again.”
continued from front
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson County released a number of roads In an interview with The Weekly
which had been identified as Anchor on July 9, County Mayor
780-723-5787 “impassable due to floodwater Gerald Soroka stated, “About 25
780-723-5787
hazard”, including Twp Rd 532 west residents were affected that we know
of Range Rd 125, the Old Carrot of so far. We had access to a
Creek Hwy between Range Rd 140 helicopter if needed and there was
T PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE and Range Rd 141, Range Rd 135 never any fear of loss of life at any
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
North of Twp Rd 540, Niton North time. Affected roads are quite soft
Road south of Twp Rd 542, Niton and soggy so travelling with caution
North Road south of the railway is recommended. There is definitely
rainfall that caused creeks in the area to overflow.
crossing, Twp Rd 542 west of Niton going to be some damage to homes One of several properties in the Niton/Carrot Creek area flooded by the heavy
Professional Digital North Road, and Range Rd 135 south and property in the area, flooded the extent of the damage caused by the only major damage the Town of
Professional Digital
Edson has seen is some culvert
fields, and the potential for some well the flooding."
of Twp Rd 534.
Passport System
Passport System The following morning at 8:30 am, contamination.” As of July 10, Yellowhead County damage, specifically around 48
th
rd
photos ready
photos ready the County provided an update in Soroka added, “During this severe shut down its Emergency Operations Street and 3 Avenue,” said Town of BILL MITCHELL
which they strongly cautioned event we thank the County residents Centre and terminated the State of Edson Communications Coordinator
in minutes
in minutes against residents returning to their for being patient as we help them Local Emergency. Steve Bethge. “Once the water NORTH NEW TRUCK SALES
Following the impact of floodwater recedes a bit we'll have a better idea
homes in the affected area due to work through this situation. There
while you wait... floodwater hazards. Residents were will be options if they do have on local residences, water well on any further damages.”
while you wait...
instead encouraged to call for contamination or home flooded of contamination and sewage issues are
Edson residents are cautioned to
emergency responders to inspect programs available that could help possible. Residents who believe their steer clear of moving bodies of Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
their property in order to ensure their them.” potable water has been affected by the waters, such as creeks and streams, 24210 114 Avenue
safety. Yellowhead County transportation flood are urged to call 310-FARM to and to avoid shorelines as they may
An official release sent out on July and emergency services continued to reach a Water Specialist for more be weakened by the higher water Acheson, AB T7X 6B9
9 stated that the County had extended monitor the affected areas on July 9. information and assistance. flow. Website:
Due to the heavy rainfall
Residents who notice major
the boundaries of the State of Local “Flood waters began to recede on experienced in the area over the past flooding issues around town are www.wsnorth.com
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Localized Emergency further July 10, but the excess water few weeks, the Town of Edson has encouraged to contact the Public Toll Free 1-800-252-7500 Cell: 780-984-2224
T
eastbound, as it was anticipated that continues to move along its natural
also experienced some issues as a
Works department at 780-723-6461.
the floodwater would move east and courses and compounds as it collects
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5 might affect properties as far as into these areas,” said Felsing. result of flooding. “As of right now PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE Phone: 780-453,3452 Fax: 780-447-5317
“Residents in these areas are SEE PAGES 6 & 7 FOR EXTENDED COVERAGE
Range Road 110 near Chip Lake.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
During the Yellowhead County reminded to be cautious around any T
7
780-723-578780-723-5787 Council meeting on July 9, Director overland flooding.” THIS WEEK’S FEATURE 5
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson040 3rd Avenue, Edson
of Protective Services Albert Bahri
The majority of the roads in the
said, “We called a local State of affected area were re-opened at this
780-723-578780-723-5787
Emergency yesterday [July 8] at time, with only the Carrot Creek Mint Homes Ltd. D 7
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
approximately 12:42 am in regard to Loop Road remaining closed with no
D overland flooding in the Niton and access.
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
Carrot Creek area. It started Sunday
“Yellowhead County has continued
with a rain event that continued all to receive reports of areas and
day and night. Streams swelled, a lot infrastructure impacted by the
of creeks were full and in several flood,” Felsing said. “Crews are
areas water was running over the working to repair damaged roads,
road. We shut those roads down; debris such as log jams in rivers at ASSIGNMENT WRITER
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE there were two: RR 135 on the north chokepoints and bridges. County Enjoy getting out and meeting
side and TWP532 where the roads staff continue to monitor the area to
were impassable and residents determine whether we have more people?
Professional Digital Passport System photos couldn't get in or out. We initiated an issues. From this point forward the The Weekly Anchor is looking for an
assignment Writer!
emergency response to check on County will continue to assess for
ready in minutes while you wait... people living there to see if they were damage and repair infrastructure as The Weekly Anchor has an opening for a
okay and understood what was going required. A full assessment is being person with good writing skills to write about
Professional Digital on. We were able to port our side-by- compiled by the County to determine local events
Passport System NEVAAR - Hey there Nevaar! With a name as quirky as he is, we know this little guy WITH EMPHASIS ON LOCAL
will find the loving forever home he deserves. Nevaar is 6 months old and is
SPORTS.
Pet of the Week
photos ready dreaming of a home with kids and other cats as he loves to play, snuggle and clown Pet of the Week Training provided. Great for added income.
around. If you are willing to open your heart and home to this little gift of a guy, head
Call for information 712-6788
Call for information 712-6788
Work from home and/or our office.
in minutes to EdsonAnimalRescue.com and fill out an application. www.http://www.edsonanimalrescue.com Grade 12 or Post Secondary Education
www.http://www.edsonanimalrescue.com
Email: edsonanimalrescue@hotmail.com
NACHO
Email: edsonanimalrescue@hotmail.com
required.
while you wait... Our biiig boy (110 lbs!) Nacho is a 3 year old Great Dane/ Pyrenees cross who is Hey there Nevaar! With a name as quirky as he is, we Left Unit 1392 sq.ft , right hand unit 1360 sq.ft c/w Resumes should be dropped off at 5040 3rd
good with dogs, chases cats and prefers the company of adult humans. Nacho has 352 sq ft. unfinished bonus room over the garage .
been working on leash training, is food motivated and would benefit from additional know this little guy will find the loving forever home he Avenue
relationship building and continued obedience training. He needs a fenced yard and deserves. Nevaar is 6 months old and is dreaming of a Vaulted ceilings thru the living /dining areas. (or sent to the Publisher by email at
a confident leader to provide him with the structure and routine he needs. Are you Open floor plan with country kitchen and main floor anchorwk@telusplanet.net)
willing to commit to helping Nacho become the bestest best buddy? Fill out an home with kids and other cats as he loves to play,
application form at EdsonAnimalRescue.com snuggle and clown around. If you are willing to open bedroom. Main floor laundry ,
MIRA your heart and home to this little gift of a guy, head to covered front and rear decks. For these plans
Miss Mira is a 1 year old Shepherd x Pitbull mix who makes friends everyone she EdsonAnimalRescue.com and fill out an application. Over sized single car garages.
meets, including those with four and two legs. Mira walks well on a leash, can sit, lay
and stay on command and is very food motivated. She has been fostered with kids Plans can be modified to suit lot .
and cats and lives for long walks with her favorite humans. Mira is an all-around gem We are desperate for foster homes-- a few poor souls have been stuck
who will fully shine with continued training and routine. Want to see her sparkle? Fill in the pound for weeks. If you've ever thought about trying fostering
out an adoption application from EdsonAnimalRescue.com! out- now is the time to step up! EARS provides everything you need. Member of National Home Warranty Program
Also let't not forget about our cute kitty Nevaar-- he's still looking for a place to call Head to our website and fill out a foster form to join the team!
his own. Phone: 780-723-2330
Sponsored by:
Wills ASSIGNMENT WRITER
Real Estate Fax: 780-723-5068
D 780-723-3245 Business Law Email: minthome@telusplanet.net Enjoy getting out and meeting people?
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
The Weekly Anchor is looking for an assignment Writer!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson The Weekly Anchor has an opening for a person with good
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
writing skills to write about local events
780-723-5787
780-723-5787 WITH EMPHASIS ON LOCAL SPORTS.
Training provided. Great for added income.
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor
T Work from home and/or our office.
Grade 12 or Post Secondary Education required.
Resumes should be dropped off at 5040 3rd Avenue
(or sent to the Publisher by email at
anchorwk@telusplanet.net)
